Mallard Avenue is in Allerton Bywater, Castleford and in Leeds district. WF10 2FS is located in the Kippax & Methley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Elmet and Rothwell. This postcode has been in use since 2017-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mallard Avenue, Allerton Bywater, Castleford, WF10 2FS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF10 2FR, WF10 2FT, WF10 2FN, WF10 2EX, WF10 2FQ, WF10 2JQ, WF10 2AS, WF10 2JH, WF10 2FU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WF10 2FS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 50.9% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 48.2% | 49.1% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 44% | 40.9% | -3.1% | 37.9% | 3.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.9% | 44.9% | 5.0% | 44.2% | 0.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 4.7% | 2.3% | -2.4% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 9% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 1.6% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 64.7% | 58.6% | -6.1% | 48.4% | 10.2% |
| Good health | 29.8% | 31% | 1.2% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 3.7% | 7.1% | 3.4% | 12.7% | -5.6% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around WF10 2FS this area, 9.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 5.7% | 9.3% | 3.6% | 18.2% | -8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 8.1% | -5.4% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 26.4% | 15.7% | -10.7% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 2.6% | -1.5% | 5.3% | -2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.1% | 27.9% | 11.8% | 16.9% | 11.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.6% | 33.7% | 1.1% | 33.8% | -0.1% |
| Other | 1.6% | 2.6% | 1.0% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 96.3% | 95.7% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 93.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.5% | 93.9% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 3.1% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 93.5% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 5.3% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.6% | 0.2% | -2.4% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.2% | 76.7% | 12.5% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.9% | 13.5% | -5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56% | 37.2% | 18.8% |
| Christian | 39.8% | 46.2% | -6.4% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mallard Avenue was 117.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 60.2% higher than the Kippax & Methley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mallard Avenue has the 12th highest crime rate of 71 local areas in Kippax & Methley and the 913th highest crime rate of 2,526 local areas in Leeds .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 64.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 126.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Mallard Avenue, Castleford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2024-10-04 | £217,435 |
| 5 Mallard Avenue, Castleford, West Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £3,750 | 2023-02-14 | £4,027 |
| 3 Mallard Avenue, Castleford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2020-07-31 | £250,707 |
| 2 Mallard Avenue, Castleford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £108,561 | 2017-03-31 | £166,851 |
| 1 Mallard Avenue, Castleford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £172,995 | 2017-03-28 | £265,882 |
WF10 2FS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 201 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Retired | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allerton Bywater Primary School Leeds Road , Allerton Bywater WF10 2DR | 2out of 4 | 678 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lady Elizabeth Hastings CofE Primary School Green Lane , Ledston WF10 2BD | 3out of 4 | 1,488 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castleford Wheldon Infant School and Nursery Francis Street , WF10 1HF | 3out of 4 | 2,373 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Preston VC CofE Primary School Preston Lane , Great Preston LS26 8AR | 3out of 4 | 2,468 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Methley Primary School Savile Road , Methley LS26 9HT | 1out of 4 | 2,635 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brigshaw High School Brigshaw Lane , Allerton Bywater WF10 2HR | 3out of 4 | 2,050 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castleford Academy Ferrybridge Road , WF10 4JQ | 3out of 4 | 2,784 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Airedale Academy Crewe Road , Airedale WF10 3JU | 3out of 4 | 4,556 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skye Pies Soft Play Ltd | Unit 3, Kiln Park | 245 yd | |
| Cats Cosy Cafe | 12 Station Road, Allerton Bywater | 458 yd | |
| Samuel Valentine | 20 - 24 Station Road, Allerton Bywater | 458 yd | |
| Smiths Food Bar | 25 Main Street, Allerton Bywater | 695 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anchor Inn | Victoria Street, Allerton Bywater | 666 yd | |
| Victoria Hotel | 63 Main Street, Allerton Bywater | 688 yd | |
| The Boat Inn | Main Street, Allerton Bywater | 786 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village Fisheries | 23 Main Street, Allerton Bywater | 695 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Allerton Bywater Cricket Club ALLERTON BYWATER SPORTS GROUND ALLERTON BYWATER SPORTS GROUND STATION ROAD | grass pitches | 510 yd |
| Allerton Bywater Primary School LEEDS ROAD | grass pitches | 829 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.